Seanad debates

Tuesday, 17 October 2017

Business of Seanad(1 speech) I have received notice from Senator David Norris that, on the motion for the Commencement of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter:The need for the Minister for Education and...

Order of Business(75 speeches) The Order of Business is No. 1, Recognition of Irish Sign Language for the Deaf Community Bill 2016 - Report and Final Stages, to be taken at 4.45 p.m.

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What is the Seanad?

Seanad Éireann is the upper house of the Oireachtas. Within 90 days of its being
passed by the Dáil, the Seanad may propose amendments, reject or pass a Bill.
The Dáil has the power to over-ride the Seanad's rejection of a Bill. If the Bill is
a 'Money Bill' and relates to government spending, the Seanad has only 21 days to consider
the Bill and may not make amendments. The Seanad consists of 60 members known as Senators. They are not elected by universal franchise; you can
read about the Seanad's composition
here.